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James Wrixam McIlvaine
also known as Wrix McIlvaine, J. Wrix McIlvaine
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About James
Biography
Wrix McIlvaine is a trial attorney that has battled for justice in courtrooms throughout Georgia for over 20 years. His trial practice is focused on high profile criminal matters throughout the State in Federal and State Court and he has won acquittals at trial for individuals charged with murder, armed robbery, and drug trafficking among other infamous crimes. His civil litigation practice focuses on defending the Constitution, protecting civil liberties, giving a voice to the voiceless, and ensuring the injured receive fair compensation.
Wrix is admitted to practice law in all Georgia trial courts, the Supreme Court of Georgia, the United States District Court for the Southern and Middle Districts of Georgia, and the United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit.
A lifelong musician and advocate for the arts and technology, Wrix also brings unique and specialized knowledge for those seeking to procure, defend and enforce copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property rights. After earning his Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California, he studied at the Max Planck Institute in Munich, Germany and earned his Master of Laws in intellectual property from the Universität Augsburg in conjunction with the Munich Intellectual Property Law Center. He provides both domestic and international solutions in this arena and engages in a variety of trademark, copyright, business contract, unfair competition, right of publicity and entertainment development, procurement and litigation.
Wrix serves the City of Brunswick as a Municipal Court Judge presiding over traffic and code enforcement cases. He also serves Glynn County as a Deputy Magistrate Judge where he reviews and issues arrest and search warrants and presides over felony probable cause hearings, first appearances, dispossessory hearings, warrant applications, code enforcement hearings and civil litigation.
Wrix has been recognized as one of the Top 40 Trial Lawyers Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers and as a Rising Star by Georgia Super Lawyer magazine in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018.
Charged with a serious crime in Federal or State Court? When you need an experienced trial lawyer to provide you the best defense. Call McIlvaine: (912) 275-8014
Professional representation you can trust. Results you deserve: (912) 275-8014
Have the government violated your rights? I take the United States Constitution very serious and stand ready to help you. For a serious consultation call me: (912) 275-8014
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
21 years
21 years
21 years
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 20 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
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James Wrixam McIlvaine's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
11 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Sean G. | January 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime
A lawyer you can count on
Wrix Mcilvaine is a solid lawyer who knows what he is doing. I was falsely accused of and charged with extremely serious sexual crimes. When I was in jail he visited me regularly and paid a lot of attention to my case. He got me out on bond on the first try. He knows how the system works very well. H...
Posted by Joseph | June 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Awesome attorney
Wrix is a great attorney. Very professional and knowledgeable. Reasonable rates and pleasent to deal with. I would recommend him to anyone in need of representation. I know I will , if I need, use him again .
James Wrixam McIlvaine's Lawyer Endorsements
"James is an excellent attorney with years of experience in helping criminal defendants fight the government machine. If you are facing criminal charges in Georgia, James is a great attorney to have on your side."
"I endorse this lawyer. James is a tough knowledgeable and dedicated defense attorney. He is someone I absolutely endorse to have on your side when things get tough and you are facing criminal charges."
"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."
"Excellent work ethic and compassion for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
General practice lawyer
Juvenile law lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star - Criminal Defense, Georgia Super Lawyers
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Rising Star - Criminal Defense, Georgia Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star - Criminal Defense, Georgia Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers: Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 40 Trial Lawyers Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers: Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 40 Trial Lawyers under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2009
Award of Achievement - Young Lawyers Leadership Academy, State Bar of Georgia/Young Lawyers Division
2006
Graduate Research Fellowship, Max Planck Institute for Intellectual Property, Tax and Competition Law
2005
National Deans List, TJSL
2005
Witkin Award,
2005
The Jefferson Medal, Thomas Jefferson School of Law
2005
Dean Selection Committee, Outgoing Dean of Students (TJSL)
2005
Pro Bono Honors, Thomas Jefferson School of Law
2005
Academic Excellence Award for Music Law and Licensing, Center for Computer Assisted Legal Instruction
2005
Named Delegate to the EIPIN Congress, Munich Intellectual Property Law Center
2004
National Deans List, Thomas Jefferson School of Law
2004
The Lee Memorial Scholarship, Board of Trustees (TJSL)
2004
Pro Bono Honors, Thomas Jefferson School of Law
2004
Certificate of Achievement in Pro Bono Service, Vietnam Veterans of San Diego
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Deputy Magistrate Judge, Glynn County
2025 - Present
Founder and Director, McIlvaine Law Group
2023 - Present
Municipal Court Judge, City of Brunswick
2015 - 2025
Partner, Williams Litigation Group, P.C.
2009 - 2016
Partner, The McIlvaine Law Group, LLC
2008 - 2009
Supervising Attorney, Atlantic Judicial Circuit Defender
2008 - 2008
Supervising Attorney, Brunswick Judicial Circuit Defender
2006 - 2008
Assistant Circuit Defender, Brunswick Judicial Circuit Defender
2006 - 2006
, The Law Firm of Boehmert & Boehmert
2006 - 2006
, The Law Firm of Wuesthoff & Wuesthoff
2004 - 2004
, The Law Offices of the Public Defender of San Diego County
2004 - 2004
Clerk, Superior Court of the State of California
2003 - 2004
, The Law Firm of Spinola & Miller
Associations
2008 - Present
Georgia Lawyers for the ArtsVolunteer Attorney
2008 - Present
Atlantic Judicial Circuit Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2004 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1998 - Present
Sigma Chi FraternityMagister (2000), Social Chair (1999, 2001, 2002), Editor (1999)
2010 - 2012
McIntosh County Board of ElectionsBoard Member
2005 - 2006
Student Bar Association (MIPLC)Vice President
2004 - 2005
Student Bar Association (TJSL)Vice President
2004 - 2005
Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Student Chapter)President
2004 - 2005
Just DemocracyTreasurer
2004 - 2005
The InformerEditor-in-Chief
2001 - 2002
The ReviewStaff Reporter
Sample of Legal Cases
Judgment reversed
Not Guilty.
Not Guilty
Acquittal
Dead Docket
Not Guilty on all counts.
Not Guilty on All Counts.
Not Guilty on All Felony Counts.
Not Guilty on All Counts.
Motion to Suppress Granted. Charges Dismissed.
Not Guilty of Felony Possession.
Education
2006
Master in Intellectual Property Law (LL.M.)
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Intensive Trial Advocacy
2003
Law Study Abroad
2003
Law Study Abroad
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
Presentation of the Alumni Charter
2001
Praetor Election
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Hi, what's the penalty for being in possession of 1 xanax pill? also, is it a misdemeanor or felony?
02 Apr 2018
Does $869.00 sound correct for a speeding fine in Ashburn, Turner County Georgia for going 100 in a 70 mph zone?
02 Apr 2018
What is the punishment for theft by conversion?
09 Feb 2011